Philip Trapp is a writer and journalist who joined Loudwire in February 2019. In addition to covering music and culture for Loudwire, he also contributes to related outlets such as PopCrush, ScreenCrush and Taste of Country. Philip has reported on music and other entertainment since 2016. He previously wrote for Alternative Press, HM Magazine, Music Times, Classicalite and others. Along the way, he's defended Limp Bizkit on Sirius XM, gotten caught in a downpour with the band Hundredth, and he once made Kenny G wait on hold.
Philip Trapp
Bring Me the Horizon Postpone Release Date of ‘Post Human: NeX GEn’
See singer Oli Sykes' statement.
Korn’s Brian ‘Head’ Welch Stars in Regional Furniture Commercial
See the new commercial.
How Did Foo Fighters Get Their Band Name?
What's a foo?
The Killers Apologize After Bringing Russian Fan Onstage to Boos, Walkouts From Crowd
The rock band made the snafu in the country of Georgia.
How Did Weezer Get Their Band Name?
No one else could've coined such a quirky band name.
Foo Fighters Surprise Crowd When Michael Bublé Joins Them Onstage
Arena rock meets adult contemporary.
Paramore Cancel Final Shows of Tour Leg Due to Health Issues
See singer Hayley Williams' message.
Hayley Williams Claps Back at ‘Incel’ Commenters After Paramore Postpone Shows
Paramore's Hayley Williams responds to internet trolls criticizing her for rescheduling tour dates.
Why Do Weezer Fans Hate Weezer?
Loudwire explores the phenomenon.